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Nun Shot in Somalia in Possible Pope Backlash
A nun shot dead in the pre-dominantly Muslim Somalia may have been the victim of backlash against the Pope as protests continue in parts of the worldwide Muslim community following comments he made on Islam in a speech last week.
World Calls for Action on Darfur, UK Religious Leaders Pray
People across the world rallied together yesterday to call for more action on the devastating civil war in Darfur as part of the Global Day for Darfur.
UK Church Reviving Through Ethnic Minorities
The long-term decline in church congregants in the UK has been slowed by people of ethnic minorities, according to a survey. Christian Research, a religious think tank, found that a third of churches, especially those with predominantly black congregations, are growing.
Church of England's Hindu Priest Meets Opposition
A Christian priest from the Church of England has reportedly converted to Hinduism, but still claims his position as an Anglican priest. 52-year-old David Ananda Hart worships his gods though he's recently adopted a new religion. The man has always been religious as a priest for the Church of England and now as a staunch Hindu.
Muslims and Christians Build Bonds through War in Lebanon
The war in Lebanon destroyed lives and homes but despite the suffering and the huge personal losses, some light has emerged from the darkness as Muslims and Christians were able to strengthen their bonds.
Global Day for Darfur, Methodist Church Calls for International Action
The Methodist Church has urged the international community to take urgent action to secure an end to the conflict in Darfur. The call comes as cities around the world unite for the Global Day for Darfur.
Religious Leaders Pray for Darfur
Senior religious leaders from Britain's Muslim, Christian and Jewish communities have gathered outside Downing Street today to pray for an end to the crisis in Darfur.
UK Christian Drivers' Ministry Reaches Out to Truck Drivers
A Christian drivers' ministry is gaining momentum in the UK, as numerous drivers continue to be reached with the message of the gospel through the organisation. Glory Road Ministries is an outreach by Christian drivers to other drivers and their families in the road industry.
Religious Leaders Pray for Darfur
Senior religious leaders from Britain's Muslim, Christian and Jewish communities have gathered outside Downing Street today to pray for an end to the crisis in Darfur.
Evangelicals Introduce 'essential' Teaching to Youth
A group of Christian evangelical agencies have warned that although young people may have well rehearsed arguments outlining Christian responses to social and ethical issues, few appear to have a solid understanding of who Jesus was and why He died.
Lemar pays tribute to Christian Aid's work
Award-winning singer Lemar has paid tribute to his work with the charity Christian Aid in Ethiopia last year in a poem he has included in the cover of his latest album.
Global Day for Darfur, Methodist Church Calls for International Action
The Methodist Church has urged the international community to take urgent action to secure an end to the conflict in Darfur. The call comes as cities around the world unite for the Global Day for
Tim Hughes' Worship Central Readies for Next Workshop
The next worship training conference led by popular worship leader Tim Hughes is scheduled for 23 September, next Saturday.
Local Church Launches Innovative Outreach with Mission Bus
A local church with a passion for connecting with the community has come up with a great new way to do just that: a suped up mission bus!
Alarm as Church Attendance in Wales Slumps
New figures on church attendance in Wales have shown an alarming drop in the number of regular worshippers, as other leisure pursuits continue to win in the fight for the weekend free time.
Pope Expresses Regret over Muslim Anger
The Pope has issued a statement Saturday in which he expressed his regrets that comments he made earlier in the week on Islam had caused offence to the worldwide Muslim community.